Hi Mariah, I injured my left arm (distal radius fracture) over 8 years ago. I have been in a cast, custom brace or wrist cock-up brace ever since. If you are able to go without a brace, it would be much better for you. A brace leads to a reduction in the wrist movement and muscle atrophy. The brace does protect the skin but it also causes all kinds of skin irritations. You did not say what type of injury or treatments that you have had. If you want more info you can PM me cause I have been through it all. Of course I am left hand dominant too. Lisa